There's something relevant in light of new user registrations.

No, if you don't get a full lobby of players in 1 hour, it does not mean people hate you, or that your idea is stupid, or that the site is dead. Same applies to 4 hours, 8 hours, and even 24 hours. Sometimes it just takes time for the concept to snag the right people. Canceling the RP for lack of interest within any of those durations is premature and not going to get you anywhere.

And, ah, expect failed roleplays [s]frequently[/s] at least once in a while, as interest comes and goes, and it doesn't necessarily mean you're <insert the aforementioned things>. If you do think it's you that's the problem, give yourself a review, or have someone do that for you.